Nahanni National Park Reserve

The South Nahanni River flows through deep canyons reaching depths of 1,000 meters, forming four distinct sections known as First, Second, Third, and Fourth Canyon.

The park received UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1978, marking it among the first four natural heritage locations recognized globally for environmental preservation.

The Dene peoples maintain connections to these lands, referring to them as Nahʔą Dehé, with archaeological evidence indicating human presence dating back 10,000 years.

Access to the park requires advance reservations and typically involves charter flights or boat transport, as the remote location limits standard transportation methods.

Virginia Falls, known as Nailicho, drops 90 meters into a gorge, creating conditions for terrestrial orchids to thrive in the perpetual mist.

Location: Region 4, Northwest Territories

Inception: 1976

Operator: Parks Canada

Website: https://pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nt/nahanni

GPS coordinates: 61.59710,-125.85200

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:35